Jul 10, 2023
The Department of Geography at the University of British Columbia (UBC) Vancouver Campus invites applications for a tenure-track position in Geographical Sciences (Atmospheric Sciences) at the rank of Assistant Professor.
Applicants should have research and teaching interests in atmospheric sciences and land-atmosphere interactions that complement existing departmental strengths. We are interested in (but not limited to) candidates with expertise in the following: biometeorology, measurement and analysis of boundary layer and urban climate, fire weather processes, hydro-climatology, and the use of innovative measurement and/or modelling techniques. Candidates should have an outstanding research program relative to their stage of career, and a stage-appropriate record of excellence and creativity in teaching. The successful candidate will be expected to maintain an active program of research, graduate supervision, service, and to contribute to teaching in the undergraduate and graduate programs in Geographical Sciences and Atmospheric Science. The appointment will be effective July 1, 2024.
The closing date for applications is October 20, 2023. Applicants should have a Ph.D. (or provide solid indication of imminent completion) in atmospheric science or a strongly related natural science field. Post‐doctoral experience would be an asset.
Applicants should submit:
- Cover letter (up to 2 pages).
- Curriculum vitae.
- Research Statement (up to 2 pages) describing your current and proposed research program.
- Teaching statement (1 page) describing your teaching philosophy and evidence of teaching effectiveness
- Statement (up to 1 page) identifying your past contributions to equity, diversity and inclusion, along with your ability to work with a culturally diverse student body (use specific examples where possible); as well as your philosophy of, and potential future contributions to equity, diversity and inclusion.
- Names and contact information for 3 referees.
- PDFs of two sample scholarly publications (or include links in the application).
Applicants should be prepared to upload in the above order and in a single PDF (maximum size 15MB) via this online form: https://geog.air.arts.ubc.ca/position-000151798/
Questions may be directed to the chair of the search committee, Dr. Philippe LeBillon, geog.recruitment@ubc.ca.
Equity, inclusivity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.
Applicants will be asked to complete an equity survey. The survey information will not be used to determine eligibility for employment, but will be collated to provide data that can assist us in understanding the diversity of our applicant pool and identifying potential barriers to the employment of designated equity group members. Your participation in the survey is voluntary and confidential. This survey takes only a minute to complete. You may self-identify in one or more of the designated equity groups. You may also decline to identify in any or all of the questions by choosing “not disclosed”.
The UBC Vancouver campus is situated on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Musqueam people. UBC is a global centre for research and teaching, consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities in the world. UBC embraces innovation and challenges to the status quo. UBC is dedicated to ensuring that diversity, equity and inclusion are embedded throughout the university’s academic and work life, recognizing that significant work remains to be accomplished. For example, UBC’s vision is to be a world leader in the implementation of Indigenous people’s human rights and is guided in a mission of reconciliation as articulated and called for by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada. It is firmly committed to recruiting Indigenous faculty, students, and staff as outlined in its Indigenous Strategic Plan. As one of the world’s leading universities, UBC creates an exceptional learning environment that fosters global citizenship, advances a civil and sustainable society, and supports outstanding research to serve the people of British Columbia, Canada and the world.
Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. This position is subject to final budgetary approval.
For more information about our department, go to: http://www.geog.ubc.ca/.